Sebastián Martínez y Pérez 1792

This portrait of Sebastián Martínez y Pérez was painted by Francisco Goya in 1792. Goya, a master of Spanish Rococo and a forerunner of Romanticism, captures the sitter's distinguished air with delicate brushwork and a subtle palette. Martínez y Pérez is depicted in a relaxed pose, seated with a document in hand, perhaps a legal document or a literary work. The detailed rendering of the sitter's clothing, including the patterned fabric of the coat and the yellow breeches, reflects the sartorial trends of the late 18th century. This work is a prime example of Goya’s ability to portray both the outward appearance and the inner character of his subjects.